Minirphaeus giganteus
Trilobites Order Phacopida, Family Acastidae
Geological Time: Lower Devonian, Pragian Stage (~ 395 million years ago)
Size: Trilobite is 75 mm long (with rostrum) by 35 mm wide on an 80 by 75 mm matrix
Fossil Site: Tafraoute, Morocco
Code: 19103
Price: Sold
 Description:
Elegant example of a member of the Order Phacopida, Family Acastidae
with many fine details present. Notice the fine eye facets present
on this specimen. The Asteropyginae recently have undergone revision.
This one is something of a contradiction in  terms,
being assigned to the genus Minicryphaeus. It is fully triple the
size of other members of the genus, and is given the oxymoronic species
name giganteus which brings the term “jumbo shrimp” to
mind. It has a distinctive rostrum present, as shown in the photos.
The rich dark brown exoskeleton is well-contrasted to the beige matrix,
and the freestanding preparation makes for a striking display. To
see other trilobites whose rostrums would put Pinocchio to shame see
my listings for Morocconites or Lanceaspis. |
